2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |